Routine inspection·March 5, 2026

On March 5, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jarred Torres, arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct an annual inspection and met with Manager, Carina Ripotola. A facility file review was conducted at the regional office and additional records were requested and reviewed at the facility. Their files were stored and maintained in a secure area. The facility is licensed for six adults and was operating at a capacity of five adults. LPA Torres toured the facility along with Carina and made observations pertaining to the annual inspection. The LPA inspected the facility inside and outside. There were no obstructions on the indoor and outdoor passageways at the time of this visit. Additionally, there were no bodies of water on the premises. The single-story home was located at 13247 Sunbird Drive, Moreno Valley, CA 92553. During the tour of the premises, the LPA observed the facility phone to be operable. The facility's phone number is 951-208-1306. The LPA observed the residents' bedrooms which were equipped with the required furniture as stated in Tittle 22 of the California Code of Regulations (CCR). The facility's appliances were observed to be operational at the time of this visit. The facility is equipped with operational smoke detectors and a carbon monoxide detector. The fire extinguisher was in good condition and was serviced on 10/21/25. Required postings regarding safety, personal rights, and emergency exits were posted in the home. The cleaning supplies and sharp items were kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Continued on LIC 809-C... The furniture in the facility was in good condition. The facility's cooling and heating system is operational and the air temperature was at 70 degrees Fahrenheit(F) and the hot water was measured at 112 degrees F. The LPA observed the medications to be locked and inaccessible to clients in care. The medication supply was sufficient for the five clients in care. There were no discrepancies with the centrally stored medications and Medication Administration Records. In the kitchen, the food supply of non-perishable and perishable foods consisted of, but not limited to, bread, frozen meats, vegetables, juice, water, and fruits. The facility goes grocery shopping one to two times per week and maintains an appropriate food supply for the five clients in care. Adequate staff was present for the supervision of the residents in care. The facility has a designated area for storing activity supplies and activities are conducted in the living room. Floor plans, telephone numbers and personal rights were displayed in the facility. Administrator, Dulce Redford, had a valid administrator's certificate on file, which expires on 10/3/2027. Client files and staff files were reviewed. Three staff files were reviewed and one did not contain a tuberculosis test. This was discussed with Carina and a plan of correction was developed. During the LPA's review of client files, the LPA observed that three of three reviewed files did not contain a signed copy of the clients' personal rights. This was discussed with Carina and a plan of correction was developed. The LPA reviewed the emergency disaster plan and fire clearance. The emergency disaster plan meets the department's standards, and the next emergency drill is scheduled for March 25, 2026. The LPA inspected the bathrooms and observed the hand washing stations to have the required non-medicated soaps and single-use hand towels. Furthermore, the bathrooms are free of dust and debris. Additionally, the facility has an approved infection control plan in their files. Before leaving the facility, the LPA provided the manager with various LIC forms to help keep their staff and client files organized. An exit interview was conducted and this report was reviewed with the manager, Carina Ripotola. A copy of this report, deficiencies, and appeal rights were provided to the manager, whose signature confirms receipt.